Author Archives: Henna

Light Hydration for the Spring and Summer

Come spring and summer, I find that my makeup starts sliding off my skin, and so all I’m wearing is a good moisturizer and sunscreen.  If I’m lucky, my sunscreen will have a little bit of coverage in it, but … Continue reading

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Contour and Strobe Products We Can All Afford

Now, you don’t have to spend a fortune on well-made highlight and contour palettes, thanks to NYX which is now sold at Shoppers Drug Mart.  Check out my reviews of the two new palettes from NYX and which one I … Continue reading

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New Garnier Whole Blends

For the longest time I’ve been seeing Garnier’s new Whole Blends line at the grocery store, but I put it off because the whole line reminded me of Herbal Essences, so I just thought “been there, done that”. But then … Continue reading

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New Year, New Detox

Have you guys watched the new Netflix docuseries Cooked? It’s amazing, and it’s changing the way that I think about my food.  Check out the trailer for it:   At the heart of the series is the message that we … Continue reading

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The Gentle Skincare Company You Need to Know

Skincare seems to be a hot topic for so many people.  If you have kids, you’ll be aware about the rise in nut allergies, but if you’re in the beauty industry, you’ll realize that more and more people have sensitive … Continue reading

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New Creed Royal Princess Oud

Oud or Agarwood has an earthy woody but warm scent and has been the “it” ingredient in perfume for a few years now.  I’ve stayed away from it for the most part because the oud found in most perfumes is … Continue reading

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L’Occitane Launches Solidarity Balm for International Women’s Day

Every year, L’Occitane launches a limited edition product in support of International Women’s Day.  This year, this product is a Shea Butter Balm scented with rose and decorated in a design reminiscent of fabrics worn by the Burkinabe women in … Continue reading

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New eos Flavour – Summer Fruit

Our favourite organic lip balm is now available in a Summer Fruit flavour.  95% organic and 100% natural – no that doesn’t mean that it’ll work better than plain old petroleum jelly, but at least you won’t feel bad if … Continue reading

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New Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Concealer

…so, I have to give a shout out to Wayne Goss and his video Makeup Trends That Need to Die in 2016 because it’s everything that I really think about makeup.  Yes, I love contour, highlighting, strobing, blush, concealer, lots of … Continue reading

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New Year New Brush from The Knot Dr.

Have you heard?  Starting today, there’s no more shopping online at Murale.ca – instead, head over to BeautyBoutique.ca to get the high-end beauty products you would have bought at the Murale site.  It’s no big deal, obviously.  Murale is also … Continue reading

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